Barefoot for adults - a natural choice for healthier walking

Few things are as natural for the human body as walking barefoot. These days, however, it is hard to imagine throwing off our shoes and walking barefoot through the city.

Dangers are everywhere in the form of broken glass, sharp stones, and general dirt.

Fortunately, we can indulge in barefoot walking by putting on barefoot and protecting our feet from external influences.

Walking Barefoot

Barefoot enthusiasts are springing up like mushrooms after rain. Around the world, more and more people are falling for the phenomenon of barefoot and can't get enough of the health benefits this type of footwear brings.

Here we have summarized the main reasons to go "barefoot." Let's take a look at some interesting ways in which barefoot shoes and walking in barefoot footwear differ from walking in classic shoes.

Physiotherapist Klara Luis, a barefoot enthusiast, has been walking "barefoot" for many years. She dares to say that by switching from traditional footwear to barefoot, a person can resolve several health issues.

For example, she compares the behavior of the foot in shoes with shaped insoles and in barefoot shoes without insoles.

She points out that a foot supported by a shaped insole behaves like a passive object. The arch is artificially supported, so the foot doesn't have to "do anything." Muscles thus become lazy and flabby, and when the arch loses its "crutch" it tends to collapse.

Due to artificial support, tendons and ligaments weaken because they are not stimulated and exercised, so when the support is removed, they are not strong enough to support the arch. Walking barefoot or in barefoot shoes can also solve this problem.

While walking barefoot, the foot is activated, tendons, ligaments, and muscles strengthen, the foot perceives the terrain better, the nervous system is stimulated, and the body's response to changes in terrain is accelerated. Not only does walking in barefoot footwear improve our physical condition, but it also improves coordination and balance.

If we are in a safe environment where we can take off our shoes, it is a good idea to actually walk barefoot.

An interesting argument for why barefoot walking is so beneficial is the so-called grounding effect. This is discussed in a study published in the Journal of Environmental and Public Health.

The study discusses the fact that when we walk barefoot, we absorb negatively charged electrons from the earth into the skin of our feet, which provide the body with antioxidants and destroy dangerous free radicals.

The study claims that through this process of "grounding" we can improve our health, cure chronic degenerative diseases, reduce stress, decrease inflammation, resolve sleep disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and much more.

Regular walking in barefoot footwear improves blood sugar levels, helps regulate the hormone cortisol (responsible for stress), adjusts hormonal balance, and also reduces blood viscosity.

An interesting fact is that the aforementioned "grounding" is said to be part of the equation for overall human health, along with water, sun, proper nutrition, and physical activity. An interesting thought, definitely worth looking into/trying.

Wide selection for men and women

As the demand for barefoot footwear grows around the world and in Europe, the first barefoot store of such footwear is coming to our market (stopa.rs).

The selection is now so wide that you can find something for everyone and for every occasion. For casual clothing, for sports, hiking, and even for social events such as weddings.

For women

We truly offer a wide range of women's barefoot shoes. In the women's footwear portfolio, you will find collections for every season and occasion.

There are high and low boots for winter, elegant women's boots, minimalist or cool unisex models.

Shoes insulated with fleece for milder weather or merino for colder winters, which are also suitable for ladies more prone to feeling cold.

For spring and autumn, we have sneaker models for ladies, barefoot models for light hiking, moccasin models or ballet flats. For warm summer weather, there are several types of sandals you can choose from.

Whichever collection you choose, they all have one thing in common – they are handmade, in the heart of Europe, and from top-quality materials.

In addition, women's ballet flats take into account the unique anatomy of the female foot, making them truly special

For men

In the offer of Stopa.rs, gentlemen will also find shoes that suit them. Their feet will look elegant in any weather.

They can choose between sneakers, moccasins, hiking boots, or durable winter models.

All shoes are sewn from top-quality materials. Leather models are hand-stitched from the highest quality leather. Our lovers of all things living have not been forgotten either, as our offer also includes vegan shoe models.

Barebarics brand

The Barebarics brand offers such unique vegan sneakers that you will want to have them all!

Their shape perfectly follows the natural shape of the foot and prevents them from looking worn out. The wide toe box at the front does not cramp the toes but gives them enough freedom to move naturally.

Zero drop is a sure thing. The thin and flexible sole provides perfect contact with the ground and, therefore, imitates the feeling of walking barefoot.

In addition, the shoes are extremely light, so they are extremely comfortable to wear and after a while you may even forget that you are wearing anything on your feet at all. Only the amazed looks of people passing by will remind you that you are actually wearing shoes.

Wake your feet from hibernation and return them to their true purpose by putting on barefoot shoes. When you have the chance, walk barefoot on the grass and tickle your senses. Your whole body and mind will be grateful for this treatment.